Which of the Following Statements About the House and the Senate

question 92

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements about the House and the Senate is false?

• A) The Senate has the power to ratify treaties while the House does not.
• B) The Senate has the power to approve presidential appointments while the House does not.
• C) The House has the power to overturn a president's veto while the Senate does not.
• D) The House has the power to originate revenue bills while the Senate does not.
• E) Members of the House have two-year terms while Senators have six-year terms.

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